MX Retail Designer - Senior Manager

Michael Page; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 200,000,000 - 300,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading marketing agency in Indonesia as a Design Team Leader, where you will spearhead innovative retail design projects. This role involves managing a talented team of designers, interpreting client needs, and crafting engaging retail experiences that resonate with consumers. You'll be at the forefront of integrating global design concepts into the local market while ensuring adherence to brand guidelines. If you are a proactive leader with a passion for design and a keen eye for consumer trends, this opportunity offers a dynamic environment to showcase your creativity and expertise.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in retail design, especially in consumer goods.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a design team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a design team and manage client-focused design solutions.
• Oversee visual merchandising and ensure quality of design projects.

Skills

Retail Design

Leadership

Communication Skills

Consumer Insights Integration

Detail Orientation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Design

Tools

3DS Max

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Illustrator

Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Our Client

We are currently working with one of the leading marketing agencies in Indonesia that integrates all aspects of marketing communication under one roof, enabling seamless and highly effective campaigns across the entire consumer journey.

Job Description

• Lead and manage a design team of 4-5 designers.
• Interpret client business needs and develop commercially responsive design solutions.
• Stay updated on local consumer trends to craft customer-centric retail experiences.
• Develop store identity designs and guidelines, adapting global concepts to the local market.
• Oversee the creation of visual merchandising schemes for product launches, including material and production development.
• Provide solutions for production constraints (budget, timeline, materials) with in-depth technical and production knowledge.
• Supervise and ensure the quality of mockups and production for all design projects.
• Design and develop both permanent and temporary retail environments.

The Successful Applicant

• Minimum 7 years of experience in retail design (preferably in consumer goods, store development, and visual merchandising).
• Bachelor's degree in design or a related field.
• Ability to work in a matrix-based organization.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in 3D/2D design tools (3DS Max, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint).
• Strong leadership, with the ability to manage a team effectively.
• Excellent understanding of client needs and business objectives.
• Trend-sensitive with the ability to integrate consumer insights into design concepts.
• Detail-oriented and non-negotiable on brand execution guidelines.
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.